This teacher's guide contains 12 units designed to help teachers/trainers provide basic training for respite care providers who may be working with emotionally disturbed persons. The format of the guide includes basic components that form a unit of instruction: objective sheet, instructor's guide, instructor's supplements, assignment sheets, procedure sheets, activity sheets, test, answers to test, and evaluation forms. The unit components focus on measurable and observable learning outcomes and are designed to be used in more than one lesson or class period. The 12 units cover the following topics: plan a career in respite care; explore legal issues; apply normalization principles; assist with social and personal awareness; develop communication skills; develop behavior management skills; perform emergency skills; move and position a client; use adaptive equipment; administer medications; obtain vital signs; and assist with daily living activities. (KC)